Original Backpackers Hostel

160-162 Victoria Street, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia - Show on map
7.0/10 · 538 reviews

Original Backpackers Hostel Sydney also features Wi-Fi in public areas to ensure guests' convenience.

Location

The 106m-long sandstone Gothic Revival–style St Mary's Cathedral is located just 1.2 km from this hostel and the listed 16.2 - hectare Hyde Urban Park is a 17-minute walk away. The hostel is situated in the very heart of Sydney and just moments from the El Alamein Memorial Fountain. Original Backpackers hostel boasts location merely a 5-minute walk from Kings Cross.

Rooms

Some rooms include a balcony and a terrace, and self-catering options such as tea and coffee-making facilities.

Food & Drinks

Every day a free continental breakfast is served. China Doll treats guests with Chinese dishes and is within a 500-metre distance of Original Backpackers hostel. Communal kitchens is fitted with a fridge and a kettle. Offering multiple transportation choices in the area, this Sydney property is 15 minutes' drive from Kingsford Smith airport and in proximity to St James train station. A shared lounge area features free WiFi and cable television.

Why choose Original Backpackers Hostel Sydney

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Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

Design

  • Curtains

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:30
Check-out:
from 08:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 28 per night
Check-in 5 Jun 2026
Check-out 6 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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Location of Original Backpackers Hostel Sydney

160-162 Victoria Street, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia

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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 28 per night
    Check-in 5 Jun 2026
    Check-out 6 Jun 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
    Check-in & out
    5 Jun 2026
    6 Jun 2026
    Guests
    2 guests
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    Original Backpackers
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:30
    Check-out:
    from 08:00 until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.